Donald Trump pledges to campaign in 35 key midterm races

President Donald Trump is ramping up efforts to support Republican candidates ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. During a Rose Garden dinner for vulnerable GOP lawmakers, Trump urged them to run on his administration's record, pledging to campaign in approximately 35 key battleground races to help maintain Republican control of Congress.

In preparation for the Republican National Committee’s midterm convention in Dallas, Trump has expanded his role and is now scheduled to speak on both nights of the event. This decision comes amid concerns regarding potential low viewership, as the convention coincides with the start of the NFL season.

Democrats are responding with mixed strategies. While some local chapters, such as the Tarrant County Democratic Party in Texas, are focusing on voter mobilization rather than direct counter-programming, others, like the Dallas County Democrats, are planning rallies to oppose the administration. Meanwhile, the Trump-aligned nonprofit Securing American Greatness has begun releasing midterm campaign advertisements, though some critics have characterized the ads as ineffective given the President's current approval ratings.